Position Description

Utah State University Extension invites applications for a County Extension faculty, 12 month, tenure track position. Extension faculty develop, implement, evaluate, and coordinate research-based educational programs to enhance quality of life for youth and adults. Extension faculty also recruit, train and supervise volunteer leaders and serve as a liaison between local clientele, other resource agencies, and Utah State University administrators, faculty, and programs. This Extension position includes university responsibilities and is based in Garfield County with some crossover in providing assistance to the bordering county of Kane County in the area of Natural Resources and Livestock Production. Reciprocally Kane County faculty will provide Horticulture expertise in Garfield County. Additional responsibilities for this position include managing the USU Panguitch Research Farm https://uaes.usu.edu/farms/panguitch-research

An office will be provided at the USU Extension office in Panguitch, the county seat of Garfield County.

The position requires knowledge of range management, livestock production (especially beef cattle), production agriculture (alfalfa and grass hay), and 4-H agriculture programs (Jr. Livestock). We welcome candidates with diverse interests and experience related to these areas.

Responsibilities Include:

Provide leadership to Extension activities such as range management, livestock production, small acreage pasture management, and general agricultural production.
Develop, implement and evaluate agricultural programs for adults.
Develop, implement and evaluate 4-H agricultural programs for youth such as Jr. Livestock, 4-H Horse, 4-H Shooting Sports, and Youth Natural Resources Programs.
Manage the USU Panguitch Research Farm.
Develop partnerships and employ innovative approaches to reach clientele and new
Work with on-campus specialists in developing applied research projects and program development and delivery to clientele.
Pursue internal and external funding to support Extension programming.
Document impacts and produce scholarly publications based on Extension programming.
Manage budgets, personnel, and volunteers.
Serve diverse audiences and support the civil rights mandate of Utah State University Extension.
Serve and collaborate with other Extension and University personnel, community and government agencies, and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

An earned master's degree in the areas of range management/science, animal science, or other closely related agricultural fields.
Ability to plan, organize and direct educational programs.
Experience in teaching adult and youth audiences.
Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
Ability to act as a liaison between federal, state, university, and county clientele.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
Must have access to reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with program development and/or delivery related to range management.
Experience with program development and/or delivery related to beef production, pasture management, and hay production.
Experience with program development and/or delivery related to 4-H Youth Agriculture programs.
Skills and experience with implementing applied research activities.
Skills and experience in writing scholarly publications.
Skills and experience with grant writing.
Skills and experience with recruiting, supervising, and working with volunteers.
Skills and experience with low income and under-served audiences.
Skills and experience with social media.
Skills and experience in developing on-line courses.
Skills and experience with related organizations/agencies and fostering positive relationships with community stakeholders.
Prior experience with the Land Grant University System.
Ability to converse and write in the Spanish language.

Other Requirements

Along with the online application, please attach:

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter to be uploaded under "Other Documents 1-10"

3) Transcript(s)to be uploaded under "Other Documents 1-10"

4) Contact information for three professional references

Travel Requirements

Throughout county and occasionally throughout the state of Utah.

Driver’s license or alternate transportation required?

yes

Application Instructions

Please apply through the provided link

Equal Employer Statement(s)

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Start Date

2021-07-01

Utah State University Extension

Full Time

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